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2010 classes

Take one of our scheduled classes by scrolling down or  we can teach a private course for you or your group.  Or sign up for our set class times below.  Call us for details.

 We have restructured our private classes and have received some great positive feedback from our students.  Scroll down for class fee information.


***New***
We are now teaching not only low angle paddle technique, but also high angle. We have seen many students
naturally moving to this style of paddling and now we are going to show our students how to do it right.
Using a low angle paddle with a high angle stroke it very unbalanced so we have gone to the expense of
buying some high quality high angle paddles to let all of our students try them out. What are the benefits
to using a high angle stroke, it drives the kayak straighter and faster, with less need for correction 
strokes and it puts a little bit more strength in your stroke. The low angle stroke is a bit more 
easy on the body and people can usually paddle for a little longer. We feel though that people should
use the angle that they feel most comfortable with making it important to learn both techniques with
the right paddle.

***New Class***

Tandem kayak class

A.K.A the divorce maker. O.k., that isn't really fair to call tandem kayaks divorce makers
since for the most part it isn't the kayaks that cause the fighting in these boats, it
is a lack of paddling ability. People often get upset at one another from a lack
of control, clashing paddles, splashing and blaming one another for these things, 
however when the proper techniques are known these craft can be a very fun experience. We
teach proper paddle strokes for tandems, coordination, proper communication and rescues.
Because of the different techniques that are taught with this class, we only teach
this class privately, but can teach from 1 to 5 people per private class.
 

    The Kayak Clinic kayaking school is here for those who want quality instruction for touring, whitewater and flat water kayaking. We base our classes on the beginner who has never stepped foot in a kayak to the intermediate kayaker who wants to hone their skills. Our classes are taught by American Canoe Association certified instructors and we use the best quality equipment to make sure you get the best possible instruction. Our classes are as follows:

Beginner touring class

    In this class, our students learn the basics of touring in a kayak. They learn the basic strokes, how to maneuver in a kayak, and learn to paddle more efficiently. Our students will learn how to perform basic rescue techniques so they can rescue themselves in case they capsize, how to rescue someone else if they capsize, and we teach skills to help our students advance themselves without the aid of an instructor.  This is a great class for those who want to get started off right by learning the correct way to paddle, or to see if they want to get into kayaking or to try out some different designs of kayaks. Cost for this class is $70 and we supply boats and equipment.

   We provide all paddling equipment, we also have cold weather equipment available for the colder months.

Why should you take a class?

What is involved in this class?

Advanced Touring Kayak Class

The purpose of this class is to help intermediate kayakers perfect advanced strokes and maneuvers.  Using on-water practice, classroom discussion and video analysis, students will learn to perform basic and advanced strokes with efficiency, fluidity and control.  We will also cover some extra rescue techniques and have an introduction to the roll.  This class is not only for our touring paddlers, but white water paddlers as well to perfect their strokes.  This class may be beneficial to take more than once.

Basic River/ Whitewater/ Advanced WW Kayak Class

This class is taught as two separate classes.  We used to teach them as one, but from experience we feel that by separating them, the student gains much more in boat control, and in the time between the two classes the student can practice on what they have learned.  The Basic river class will be taught locally if at all possible, learning how to run rivers and learning concepts for whitewater..  The whitewater/advanced white water will be taught on the San Marquis or Guadalupe. We are emphasizing three items in these classes:

Safety- To safely paddle on whitewater, perform self rescue and respond to emergencies that arise. 

Enjoyment- To become aware of paddling opportunities and the rewards of lifetime participation in paddling.

Skills-To acquire the skills to safely and enjoyably paddle a kayak on whitewater

No river classes are being taught at this time

Private classes

So far, we have received great responses from our private courses.  We can teach the touring kayak course in about two hours and are excited to bring three new classes taught privately only.

1. touring class

This is our regular touring class as taught in groups, just one on one

2. The Perfect Stroke 

During this class, we will examine your forward stroke in detail.  Students taking this class will be taught how to paddle with more efficiency, covering more ground with less effort.  

3. Advanced rescue class

Throughout the years, we have received many requests for a rescue only class.  Well here it is.  We will be learning how to rescue or self rescue under many different situations.  If needed, we will provide cold water equipment, expect to get very wet in this class.

4. Kayak control, beyond the basics

By learning some more advanced strokes and concepts, we will be giving you the tools to control your kayak more effectively.  

Private Class Fees (all 2 hour min.) 

1 person $50 an hour

2 people $40 an hour per person

3 people $35 an hour per person

4 people $30 an hour per person

Kayak Clinic Class Times

 

2010 Touring class times 

Give us a call and reserve your private course.  We will be teaching these throughout the winter

March 28 9:00-1:00

April 18 9:00-1:00

May 9 9:00-1:00 full or near full, please call for availability 

June 27 9:00-1:00 full or near full, please call for availability 

July 25 9:00-1:00 Taught on Lake Lavon full or near full, please call for availability

August 15 9:00-1:00 Taught on White Rock Lake

August 29 9:00-1:00 Taught on Lake Lavon

September 19 9:00-1:00 Taught on Lake Lavon

October 3 9:00-1:00 Taught on Lake Lavon

Beginning Touring Class
Private Class payment (you don't have to have a paypal account, you can use credit card

2 hr private class 1 person $100

2 hr private class 2 people$160 total

2 hr private class 3 people$210 total

Advanced Touring Class Times

September 28.........8:00-12:00

Prerequisites- Touring class

 

Basic River Class Times

 

none scheduled 

White Water/ Advanced White Water Class Times

none scheduled

cost $180

To sign up for one of these courses, a 100% deposit is required for the Touring and advanced touring class, and a 50% deposit required for all others. Call 972-272-3353 for more information or to sign up for one of our courses.

    For our classes in colder weather, we do provide some cold weather clothing.

    Classes are on a rain or shine basis but classes cancelled from extreme cold weather, lack of registered participants or other uncontrolled circumstance will be rescheduled to a later date